this could be good...

So, it is official - cocktail maven Amy Sacco has opened an outpost of Bungalow 8 here in Amsterdam.  The rumors were true, and the buzz has already started.  Finally, a place to get a martini that isn't just straight up martini bianco vermouth.  Sadly, this often constitutes a martini in these parts - there isn't a huge cocktail culture here.

Back to the Bungalow, though.  I never made it to the NYC branch.  Or London's for that matter.  See, I love a good cocktail but I absolutely hate any velvet rope scene.  Or the private club scene.  Or the "we are so cool we don't let you know how to actually get in" scene.  I support cocktails for the people!  That is why I often sling them in my living room for my friends.  But it is nice to get out every once in awhile.

So, yes, this could be good.  Or it could be the most frustrating thing to come my way in some time.  I have sent my email reservation request for a table next weekend (there isn't an address or phone number listed - strike one!)   I didn't try to be witty with my prose - name / date / time - if that isn't cool enough - I don't think I am destined to Bungalow it anytime soon.

However, if I do get in... I plan to drink my weight in vodka!